2008 Renault Megane vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Megane | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
